If you've ever wanted dessert in a bar then look no further than this dessert. This has all the classic sweetness of mango paired with half a bar of creamy goodness.
Taste and review
Ah, seasonal favorites. This time last year I was busy enjoying a quart of Trader Joe's Mango and Cream Ice Cream. It did not make a return to shelves this year.
While I was bummed out about that fact, I'm kinda happy I found this because it is more portion-controlled. Best of all you won't feel too guilty about having more than one of these as they are 60 calories.
I can see the biggest complaint is that these are not on sticks. These are cute little bars that you'll want to squeeze out of the pouches. So, if you are too anxious and toss the wrapper, you'll need a spoon and bowl to enjoy these.
But what is in the pouch is absolutely delicious fresh as anything mango. If it wasn't frozen, you might be convinced you are eating fresh mango.
Overall
While this is not quite as pretty as the picture on the box, there is also a cream side to this bar which helps to balance the sweetness of these bars.
For $3.49 if you are looking for a fresh and tasty treat, then look no further. These are very well done and an item I've walked past a few too many times. Even my husband liked them.
Would I buy this again? Yes, I would buy Trader Joe's Mango and Cream Bars again. They were refreshing, light, and tasted of delicious mangoes.
Product photos
The box of Trader Joe's Mango and Cream Bars:
The nutritional information:
The ingredients:
How Trader Joe's describes this:
For the visual learners, here are the instructions:
And out of the wrapper you get:
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Trader Joe's Mango and Cream Bars
Product Name: Trader Joe's Mango and Cream Bars
Product Description: Trader Joe's Mango and Cream Bars are a perennial favorite frozen dessert.
Price: $3.49
Summary
Trader Joe's Mango and Cream Bars are a perennial favorite in the frozen dessert section and with good reason.
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Taste
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Value
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Worthy of Repurchasing
Pros
- Trader Joe's Mango and Cream Bars are light and refreshing.
- It has a really solid mango flavor
- The cream side is a nice balance to the fruit
Cons
- No stick with this but I'm not sure why these needed such explicit instructions.
Alek says
It came from Australia which is impressive. I miss the mango mochi that had jam in the middle of it. I know there is the vegan mini mango mochi but it not the same!
becomebetty says
Hey Alek! These clearly came a long way. I wish I would have tried the ones you are talking about, they sound delicious. These bars were pretty good, but not jam like in consistency.
Dag says
Even though I'm not a big fan of mango I may try these. PS- cool nail polish.
becomebetty says
Hey Dag! If you aren't a big fan of mango, then it is ok to pass on these. They do sell a similar raspberry and cream bar (which I haven't tried yet) which is a similar concept. Thanks! I love glittery nail polish. When I go get my nails done it's like being a kid again searching for crazy colors or something really different. Thanks as always for stopping by and sharing!
Grubbing With Jess says
These were yummy, but I do remember being surprised by the no stick situation.
becomebetty says
OMG me too! I did not look that closely at the box when I bought it and made the mistake of assuming. Thanks so much for taking the time and sharing your surprise with this too!
Grubbing With Jess says
Haha me and you both!
Dag says
I bought the raspberry and cream ones today. I will let you know what I think.
becomebetty says
Can't wait to hear!
Dag says
Okay since it was still 88° exactly where I am at 7 at night I decided to try one of the raspberry and cream bars. I was kind of shocked at how small they were for the calories and the sugar content. And since they still hadn't solidified totally post my trip to Trader Joe's they were kind of a mess when I opened the package. I know they were probably trying to be more Eco conservative with not having a wooden or plastic stick but even a short one would have helped
becomebetty says
Yikes, that is a heat wave where you are for it to be so hot at that hour. They are small, but that lack of stick would make it difficult to manage with just the wrapper to hold it. I think my first one just plopped it in a bowl and ate it with a spoon. How did it taste otherwise (aside from the melty aspect)? Hope it cools down by you soon!
Dag says
Oh my gosh I can't believe I went on and on and never said how they tasted. I'll chalk it up to heat exhaustion. The raspberry and vanilla cream ones were really good. A nice tart raspberry flavor to it